ramblings

One Year Anniversary One year ago today was my surgery. I have been thinking back to the way things have changed in this last year. Even though I haven't lost as much weight as I would like, I am still very thankful for the things that have come my way. As a pre-op, I was 330 lbs and had a BMI of 60.4. I am down to (only?) 256 lbs. now. Not sure what my BMI is, but lower than it was. Pre-op, I could barely walk a block with out pain so bad I had to sit down. Now I walk between 1 and 2 miles EVERYDAY! And I actually enjoy it! I was wearing a size 4X - 5X shirts, now I wear a 2X . (actually I still wear a lot of my old ones as a "comfort" thing. I wore a size 30 pants, now a 22-24. Now instead of meds for cholestrol and high blood pressure, I take vitamins and calcium....my nails and hair are looking great. These days I think about everything that goes into my mouth, not just eat because it is there. I still am able to eat a lot more than I should be able to, but just because I am able, doesn't mean I do. I also have found out I do not dump. I might get sleepy, but I have only gotten sick on rice, milk, and anything I try to eat too fast. I drink at least a half gallon of water each day and only on occassion do I have my beloved Diet Dr. Pepper. Since I never feel full, I don't have to use the protein shakes or bars. Which is good, because I really hate the taste. Probably the best thing that has happened to me since I started this journey, is the AWESOME peopel I have met on line. They are my support, sounding board, *****in' post, and my rock in the storm. I want to say "THANKS" right now. I might not always post, but I read and keep tabs on the others. I would hope they would know that I am here when they need me. Ok, enough rambling for now. I haven't given up and I hope I continue to lose, even if it is only a pound here and there. Thanks again to all the great Iowans. (((HUGS))) Elizabeth

Elizabeth, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!! What great accomplishment in a year! Keep the positive attitude! Sheila

Hi Elizabeth Been awhile since we've seen you! Congrats on your weight loss It's been a year already? Think I started lurking here around a year ago. You've come along way in a year's time my dear. Keep up the good work Keep in touch. Carolyn

Happy Anniversary!!! You have been of great support to all of us...thank you! You have been through alot this last yr and have always kept your head above the water, that just goes to show what a strong woman you are and with that you have given me strength! Hugs, Janet Schmidt

Hi Elizabeth Things are going great for me. I don't remember if I have ever thanked you for being my angel, but thank you so much. It hasn't been a year and I am down to 225 pounds. December 22, will be my first year anniversary. Then a month and a half ago, I had a hysterectomy and had complications, but things are going great! Just wanted to say WAY TO GO! Take Care Lisa Young

Happy anniversary to you.......Happy anniversary to you.......Happy anniversary dear Elizabeth......Happy anniversary to youuuuuuu You are an amazing supporter on this site, even tho we don't see ya daily on here we know you are around! Pop in more to say *hi* You are doing great, slower than you would like, but like you said, still much better than before! I do not walk everyday, I am envious! Take Care and continue to do great! Jesi

I'll bet you look fabulous! And if it takes you a few months more to lose more weight- so what? You've bought yourself a lot more time with this surgery. 2 miles a day? That's fantastic! So when can we see a new picture?! It's time! Lots of hugs, Jeri H.

Elizabeth, We all owe you the thanks!! You were the one that got a huge amount of us on this site! You were the one that supported many of us - myself included - during the beginning steps of our journies. I wish that you would post more often, Elizabeth. That way, we could continue to learn from you and keep up to date on your busy life. Thank you always for your encouragement!! You keep up the good work. We have faith in you! God bless, Andrea P.S. I remember reading a post from you a long time ago when you got into your van and wondered who moved the seat so far back. You were ecstatic that there was so much room. I think about that every time that I get into my truck after my hubby or son has driven it and I have to move the seat up. Thanks for the memories!

I will try to post more often. Things have been very busy here. We are getting ready to move. ALLLL the way acrossed the yard (50 ft?) but still have to do it. The new job that Jeff has allows me to go with him and I have been during the second part of the week. I babysit during the first part. Moving Grandma to the nursing home has been tough too. Then having to pack and sort all her things in her apartment. Today is mostly a day just for me. What I want to do and the only constraint on my time is one of the dogs gets her hair cut. Like I have said, I do read and keep tabs on everyone, but by the time I get on in the evening, it is almost more than I can do to log in and try to think of how to reply. I am calling my surgeons office and asking about the tests for an enlarged stoma. If I don't get anywhere, I am going to see if I can get in to see a different surgeon. I almost get the feeling that since I am not the poster child, that they don't want to hear about it. Isn't it strange how something little like moving the seat up can stay with you? I have a few things that people have posted that I think of often also. You all are welcome to e-mail me directly anytime. Either thru the site or if you have my addy already. I am a LITTLE bit better about answering that. Thanks for all the well wishes and I PROMISE to try to post more often. (((HUGS))) Elizabeth